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123,082 Total Vaccinations, 73.1% Had One Dose
As of February 5th, Bermuda has administered a total of 123,082 vaccinations and 73.1% of the population has received one dose, 71.9% have had two doses, and 69.4% of those eligible for a booster have received it. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since January 11, 2021, Bermuda residents have received 123,082... Read more of this article
88 Positive, 272 Active, 12 In Hospital, 1 Death
The Ministry received 3063 test results — spanning three days — and 88 were positive, so there are now 272 active cases, of which 12 people are in hospital, and the Ministry confirmed the sad news that the island has recorded another coronavirus related death, marking the 120th since the pandemic began. “Bermuda has recorded another... Read more of this article
Minister & Parents Group On Meeting/Masks
Members of the Us For Them group held a meeting with Health Minister Kim Wilson and health officials, with the Us For Them group calling the meeting “completely fruitless” and added “we feel it is quite clear they are not willing to meaningfully address our concerns,” while the Minister said they “appreciate their specific... Read more of this article
Premier, OBA Leader, Vendor On $3.6M Contract
Saying that the Premier provided a $3.6 million contract to a company co-owned by his personal fintech adviser “without going through the proper tender process,” the OBA Leader called for a “full financial audit,” while the Premier said the “Auditor General has audited and will continue to Audit the Government’s Covid-19... Read more of this article
Video: Premier & Ministers Virtual Town Hall
Premier David Burt, Minister of Health Kim Wilson and the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets are holding a virtual town hall meeting on the Government media this evening [Feb 8] to “further discuss changes to the Public Health Emergency regulations.” You can find more information on the links below from our dedicated website... Read more of this article
Chamber & BHA Welcome Easing Of Covid Rules
The Bermuda Hotel Association [BHA] “welcomed the relaxation and changes to the testing requirements,” while the Chamber said “our members in the restaurant sector see the removal of SafeKey as a lifeline to an ailing industry” and “the retail and tourism sectors are also breathing a sigh of relief.” This follows... Read more of this article
UK To Provide Vaccine For Children Aged 5-11
The UK confirmed that they will be providing Bermuda with “2000 pediatric doses” of the Covid-19 vaccine for children aged 5-11, the Government announced tonight. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “With respect to our vaccination programme, in recent weeks, we have fielded many questions from parent’s... Read more of this article
Premier & Ministers To Host Virtual Town Hall
Premier David Burt, Minister of Health, Kim Wilson and the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets will host a virtual town hall meeting tomorrow [Feb 8] to “further discuss changes to the Public Health Emergency regulations.” A Government spokesperson said, “As a follow up from Friday’s House of Assembly announcements,... Read more of this article
137 Positive, 311 Active, 11 In Hospital, 1 Death
The Ministry received 5142 test results – spanning 4 days — and 137 were positive, so there are now 311 active cases, of which 11 people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU and the Ministry confirmed the sad news that the island has recorded another coronavirus related death. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death,”... Read more of this article
Summary Of Changes To Covid Regulations
The Government announced a major easing of Covid restrictions, including the SafeKey being eliminated from use in most circumstances, the size of group gatherings increased from 20 to 100, reduced testing when arriving on the island and more. “After 31 March 2022; the only restrictions that will be in place will be for masks to be worn indoors... Read more of this article
Small Group At Cabinet, Leave Masks On Door
[Updated with video + more pics] There is supposed to be some form of a protest today [Feb 5] at the Cabinet Grounds in Hamilton, with a group putting out a message saying “If you are done with masking, show up today at the Cabinet Grounds between 2pm and 6pm.” As of around 2.30pm today, there were around 15 people there, and some people... Read more of this article
Ministry On Reduced Use Of SafeKey & More
Effective today, people will no longer require SafeKey for sporting events within the permitted number of 100 attendees, and Large Group Exemptions for outdoor events [including sport] will not require SafeKey, however indoor events with over 100 attendees will continue to require SafeKey. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth... Read more of this article
OBA Pleased By Changes To Covid Restrictions
The OBA was “pleased to listen to the statements in Parliament today regarding to changes to Covid restrictions,” OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, adding they are “pleased to learn that there will be a streamlining of border entry requirements” and the elimination of SafeKey “is a welcome relief for restaurants, gyms, charter... Read more of this article
Travel Authorisation To Be Reduced To $40
[Updated] Changes to the arrival policies will be made including the “reduction of the Travel Authorisation fee from $75 to $40; the elimination of arrival and any on island testing for visitors who have their COVID vaccinations up to date, recognition of previous COVID infections and reduced quarantine for unvaccinated residents.” This... Read more of this article
Minister Announces Changes To Covid Rules
[Updating] Minister of Health Kim Wilson is delivering remarks in the House of Assembly today [Feb 4] on “Living with Covid – The Public Health Emergency.” We will update with the full statement as able, and in the meantime the live audio is below. Update: Full statement to come, in the meantime a short summary: The Minister said the size... Read more of this article
121,792 Total Vaccinations, 73.0% Had One Dose
As of January 29th, Bermuda has administered a total of 121,792 vaccinations and 73% of the population has received one dose, 71.7% have had two doses, and 67.1% of those eligible for a booster have received it. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since January 11th, 2021, Bermuda residents have received a total... Read more of this article
